The book offers the first critical reassessment of Wayne Thiebaud’s work since his death, exploring how California profoundly shaped his distinctive form of realism. It traces his career from his early years in Southern California to his long life in Northern California, highlighting his iconic depictions of everyday objects, figures, and landscapes. Through essays by those who knew him, the book reexamines Thiebaud’s “radical realism,” showing how he transformed familiar subjects into subtly distorted, emotionally resonant images. It also considers his role as a teacher and the influence of California’s light, culture, and artistic environment on his enduring vision.
- September 09, 2025
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Format: Hardcover
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Publisher: Rizzoli Electa
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Size: 9-1/4 x 10-1/4
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Pages: 192
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ISBN: 978-0-8478-7574-0
